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Now crafters can create their own tabletop fountains and add beautiful accents to their living rooms, bedrooms, kitchens, gardens and more. The author first explains the tools, techniques and materials needed to create fountains then shows how to make 15 gorgeous fountains using everything from lava rock and bamboo to shells and clay pots.
Each project is detailed with step-by-step instructions and full color photos to ensure that readers efforts turn out just right. Plus, they'll learn to incorporate flowers, driftwood, candles, figurines, crystals, plants and more to personalize their fountains and create works of stunning beauty and extraordinary calm that their friends will marvel at for years to come.
* 15 projects that include a wide variety of stunning and surprising styles
* Each fountain is adaptable to the reader's taste as well as to the availability of materials
* Other books on this topic show fewer step-by-step instructions and less variety
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Provides color photos & directions for a range of fountains.......2001-08-08
Paris Mannion's Create Your Own Tabletop Fountains (1-58180-103-3, $24.99) provides a fine guide to creating the fountains which have become so popular in hardware and houseware stores. From supplies and materials to crafting 15 selected fountains using shells to pots, this provides color photos and directions for a range of fountains.
Create Your Own Tabletop Fountain.......2001-05-09
Wow! Lots of great info and imaginative projects in gorgeous color layout. The feng shui cures, tips on hiding the cord, and how to drill slate were particularly helpful to me. I got a noisy pump, and this book tells ways to make it operate quietly! It answered all my questions on fountain plants, how to turn the fountain off and on without getting under the couch, where to get decorating accents, and how to water seal and patch clay pots.
The illustrated projects make it so easy to get the results I want. I am very happy with my purchase and feel like I know the insiders' secrets.
Awesome fountains!.......2001-05-08
I compared several fountain making books, and found this one to have the most complete information and the best instructions. The step by step photos are better than the drawn diagrams found in other books, because they tell the exact sequence of events in building a tabletop fountain. I also found this book to have the most useable projects ( I was not interested in outdoor fountains and the plumbing challenges inherent in making them). I have already made 3 awesome fountains, the most ambitious being the copper leaf fountain, which sounds like music and drowns out the noise of traffic that I used to hear in my living room. I had no trouble putting it together following the photos and directions. When it splashed too much, I found the remedy in the book, too. The author's lists are amusing and informative (example: 10 ways to hide the cord, how to quiet noisy pumps, and 10 ways to know you need "fountains anonymous") . The book describes a fountain as an "oasis connecting you to nature." That pretty much sums up my feeling when I go home after a busy day and hear throughout my house the endless sound of falling water.Because the projects vary in difficulty, I would highly recommend this book, no matter how much fountain building experience you've had.
Great instructions and photos!.......2001-03-18
If you've read the other books by Paris, you know that they are filled with information. Paris thoroughly researches her subjects and when you've finished reading, you feel like you've been given an education. There are from one to four outstanding, detailed color pictures on every page. The fountains range from very simple to advanced in degree of difficulty in assembly. The instructions, like the photos, are highly detailed. The book will make an excellent gift for anyone interested in fountains.
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It takes only a few materials, basic crafting techniques, and a very small investment to make a Bubbling Water Garden, Moss Grotto Fountain, Slate Obelisk, Panda Paradise, and 26 more water features. “The interest in indoor fountains has continued unabated. Le Van provides additional ideas [and]...step-by-step projects....This is a good selection for public libraries.” —Library Journal.
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Fountains have become increasingly popular home-decor accents, but they can be somewhat pricey. Fortunately, many types are not very difficult to build, and can be made with lots of found materials and garden-center water pumps. Dawn Cusick's directions are good and her ideas relatively easy to duplicate. Her most successful designs are those that direct water to mimic nature by trickling over rocks and shells, or to flow through water-resistant items like brass vases, ceramic faces, or terra-cotta pots. Less successful are those that try to be too clever, such as the gift package fountain, whereby the water pouring over a stack of gift-wrapped boxes inspires nothing so much as the urge to grab a sponge to mop up the spill, or the office desk fountain, in which water cascades down a ladder of CDs set inside an empty computer monitor. And the lack of a source list may prove a hindrance to some, though most of the more specialized materials are readily available at home centers and garden-supply stores. Dorcas Adkins's Simple Fountains for Indoors & Outdoors takes a more elaborate, artful approach, but overall Cusick's book is a good way to begin a fountain-making journey. --Amy Handy
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The first how-to book on one of the hottest new trends around. Includes a fountain to make for every taste and style. The three sections (20-Minute Fountains, Two-Hour Fountains, and Weekend Fountains) present everything from a simple centerpiece of moss and flowers to an elegant stacked tile fountain. Clear instructions included for each. A craft craze waiting to happen..
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Average Book on Fountains.......2006-09-25
I purchased this book in the hope of learning more about how tabletop fountains were built. The photo's are very pretty and the diagrams are drawn very well. However, there are several mistakes in the book beginning with minor spelling to mislabeling of at least 1 project.
As an example, the project on page 104 titled "Hand-Crafted Wood Basin" properly indicates "Tung oil finish" in the materials list. However, in step 17 on page 107 she later calls it "tongue oil." Proper proofreading could have avoided simple mistakes as this.
Moreover, the author does not include a comprehensive list of distributors wherein one can find certain components. She does however, indicate various materials can be found at your local "garden centers, gem shops," and also mentions "yard sales, and antique stores including gift and toy stores." While she describes pumps and their design, she does not give a comprehensive list of the pump brands and where they can be purchased.
The author seems to have contacted several builders of tabletop fountains and had them describe how they built a particular fountain. It seems (to me at least) she then transcribed this into her work. Over all, the book is interesting and written toward a woman's point of view. However, as a man (and ladies, don't hold this against me), I know how to use tools. I therefore find her somewhat superficial manner of encouraging women in their use inappropriate. Whether driving a car, flying a plane, or frying eggs... there are proper methodologies to each. And women (as well as men) should learn the proper way to use simple hand tools. The tools she describes in her book are very simple to use and anyone building one of the fountains will have no real problems using them.
At least two of the fountains in this book I feel were totally useless. One uses circuit boards and another is an ugly concrete circle.
As a computer expert for 38 years I know circuit boards very well. While this may be an interesting fountain to some, finding proper circuit boards of the same size may present a challenge. Furthermore, there are very sharp edges to many solder connections where the IC's connect to the board. If one isn't careful, they can cut their fingers. Over time simple galvanic action will also discolor these boards.
The very next project is a "Picnic Basket Fountain" on page 51. The photo is very pretty but I don't think this type of fountain very practical. First, water and wicker don't work well. She has a plastic basin fitting inside the picnic basket and the basket filled with moss. Both the moss and the wicker will absorb moisture even if the water from the fountain never directly hits them. Water will soon be absorbed from the micro spray droplets in the air and the normal humidity which is created around a fountain. This project is also precariously balanced on an open window ledge. As I said: A "pretty" photo but not very practical.
I thought the concrete monstrosity presented toward the end of the book (pages 120/121) nothing but a waste and totally ugly. Furthermore, if one looks closely at the photo, you will note there are two large cracks on both the left and right sides near the top. The base is also leaking and has water discoloration. This would be a very heavy piece to build and the concrete would soon be saturated with water. If the concrete were sealed properly and were painted attractive colors, this project might turn into something appealing. I don't however, find a huge chunk of gray, circular concrete in my den or library to look attractive.
Lastly, the author could have presented far better methodologies for sealing her wood boxes from moisture. Remember folks, moisture and wood don't mix. Oxygen and humidity create wood rot and of course, wood expands and warps when exposed to water. I would therefore rethink the sealing methodologies she proposes for her wooden fountains.
If you are looking for beautiful photo's of tabletop fountains... if you are looking for a beginning "how to" type of book for tabletop fountains, I would purchase this book. For all of its limitations, it does present some very lovely and interesting projects and is easy to read. The price is right for this book and I don't regret buying it.
Tabletop Fountains: 40 Easy and Great-Looking Projects to M.......2004-05-19
Don't waste your money on this book. Most of the fountains displayed are either very tacky or have very minimal water action. I was very disappointed with this book.
Great Book.......2002-05-05
This was a great book. I've already made my first fountain. Good steps to follow to make fountains. I plan to make more
A good book but..............2001-09-23
In all fairness, this is a pretty good book. I was somewhat disappointed in the photographs of the fountains as I felt many were on the "tacky" side. I was looking for more sophisticated designs on a larger scale. I would have also appreciated a section on resources through the mail as opposed to your local garden supply, and a ratings on the best and most quiet pumps available. Anyone who could write this book and create so many fountains surely knows the best pumps to recommend. It would have been helpful to have her expertise passed on to her readers.
Let it flow, let it flow.......2001-06-26
This book is fantastic. It's got a ton of great ideas, with full color photos and lots of clear, simple instructions. While I only made one of the fountains in the book, my imagination was sparked for many other wonderful creations. If you're just getting started or need a little inspiration, pick this one up, its a gem.
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This delightful little book provides complete, easy to follow instructions and illustrations on how to build three different styles of tabletop water fountains. In The Flow of Life is a pleasure to read and work with as it reflects the deeply spiritual and yet playful and humorous nature of the author.
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Transport yourself to a babbling brook on a summer afternoon, listening to water flow over well-worn rocks or rush down the mountainside. Now imagine that same peace and serenity in your own home or office. You can re-create that wonderful tranquility by building, in a small space, almost any fountain you can imagine. Luxuriate in the faint, honeyed sound of water cascading down an agate slab onto softly worn stones below, or gurgling up through a tower filled with glass marbles...the rustic elegance of an Italian urn engulfed in moss...a sleek meditation table made from a round salt shaker. Add potted plants, fog, candles, light, or scent to create dazzling special effects that engage all the senses. Whether you construct one of the 29 projects here or fashion your own personal creation, your tabletop fountain will float you down a stream of relaxation, far away from the strains of everyday life.
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Don't Buy a Fountain... Make One!.......2002-02-03
If you've been thinking about purchasing one of the many table-top fountains that are now available on the market, check out this book first! It features many beautiful, original designs that you are not likely to find in stores. Instructions are detailed and systematic and the finished projects are lovely. After seeing these fountains you're likely to want to make your own instead!
The book starts with a description of materials used to construct fountains with general information about where these materials can be obtained. I was a little disappointed that the book did not have a "resource" section that included mail order and internet companies that could provide the construction materials needed.
The second section of the book describes general construction instructions that can be applied to just about any fountain you are considering. This is really good information, because you can use it to construct a fountain of your own design... rather than using a specific design from the book. Since many objects , both unusual or very ordinary can be used in fountain construction, you may never look at simple household items again without considering their potential use as a fountain piece.
The next section does however, contain many step by step designs for some truly wonderful fountains. My favorite is a fountain composed of a cup on it's side with water spilling out over cascading saucers. Also unusual is one called "Tile Towers", which is composed of gorgeous marble tiles, and "Concrete Tower", which is composed of a custom made concrete piece. Very unusual is a fountain called "Gooseneck Lamp Fountain" which is, as it states... made from a gooseneck lamp! There are also more traditional styles that use copper tubing, slate or river rocks.
I also liked the way the author used a lot of plants in his fountains. I've never really seen plants used in store bought fountains and they really do add a wonderful touch to the overall design.
I think these fountains would make wonderful gifts, as you can design them specifically to match the decor style and color scheme of the recipients home or office. Well worth reading, I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys crafting, gardening or even meditating. I agree with the subtitle... these amazing fountains truly are "Projects for a Serene Lifestyle".
I haven't tried following any of the patterns yet, but.............2002-01-12
this book didn't disappoint me. For craft project books I look first to large, lush photographs to inspire me, and then to easy-to-understand instructions on materials and how to assemble. This book has it all. These projects could all be reproduced fairly exactly by a reader, but it's up to you to tweak and make it your own. I especially love the fountain that uses building material foam to sculpt a little mini-volcano with areas for tealights and plants. Recommended!
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Books in Barron's profusely illustrated Water Gardens Handbooks series show amateur gardeners how to build the water garden of their dreams. Handsome designs and ambitious projects can be carried out with surprising ease by gardeners who follow the author's clear, step-by-step, photo-illustrated instructions. Details include suggestions and advice for stocking water gardens with fish and embellishing them with aquatic and waterside plants. Emphasis is placed on low-maintenance water features that offer maximum beauty with a minimum of fuss. This heavily illustrated step-by-step manual shows how to bring water garden ambience inside the home. Advice and suggestions incorporate miniature rock gardens, bonsai plants, and much more. Approximately 175 full-color photos.
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Simpatico.......2003-07-08
The projects were on this side of cheesy. I was looking for some that didn't have that 1950's Home Handyman look. But the real disapointment that there was no resource list, particularly a list of suppliers. But I find that is de rigueur with British publications (author's residence on the inside front page is England and I've noted that English books are notorious for not providing good resource lists that we Americans demand).
The perfect startup book to unleash your creativity.......2002-03-29
Within a two weeks of reading this book, I had created my first table top water fountain and am busy snooping around thrift stores (and the attic) for 'scrap' material that can be used to create awesome table top water fountains.
This is a perfect book to channel one's creativity into something one can enjoy for years to come.
The book uses a "Create something out of nothing" approach, which I find extremely appealing. For beginner's, purchasing this book is money well spent.
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Holy Lives, Holy Deaths: A Close Hearing of Early Jewish Storytellers (Society of Biblical Literature Studies in Biblical Literature, 1)
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Ian Myles Slater on: A New Approach.......2004-07-28
I found "Holy Lives, Holy Deaths" to be an enormously satisfying book, which I would gladly recommend to others to buy -- except for the price. Like other Society of Biblical Literature volumes, it seems to be aimed at professional scholars and libraries, not students and general readers. (Has anyone done a study of the SBL's publishing practices, and whether lower prices, and larger printings or frequent reprintings, would be justified by increased sales?)
I would instead advise trying to find a library copy before ordering it, as I am certain that some readers will find it objectionable on religious grounds (an unfortunate but inevitable fact), or discover that the material is just too unfamiliar, and the approach too difficult, for them to get enough out of it. If you like the book, you will probably want a copy available for further reference; it is packed with interesting details and bibliographic information.
As for the book itself, "Holy Lives, Holy Deaths" is an impressive attempt to apply tools developed in other fields, notably by New Testament scholars attempting to uncover the oral traditions behind the Gospels, Acts, and the Apostolic Fathers and early Christian apocrypha, to Jewish documents reflecting the same period. This has been done in an unsystematic way by others, but Wire's methodological sophistication and range of materials sheds new light on seemingly familiar territory.
Short narrative passages from Rabbinic literature are arrayed and analyzed alongside comparable narratives from Hellenistic Jewish writings, the Apocrypha and Pseudepigrapha, the Dead Sea Texts, and, perhaps more controversially, the New Testament. The working assumption is that at least some of these stories circulated independently of their present contexts, and that a careful reading reveals how storytellers worked, and the social functions the stories were intended to serve.
Wire covers retellings of Biblical material, stories about Biblical figures, and stories about contemporary (or then recent) events and people, looking for patterns, techniques, and implied occasions. Teaching episodes, miracles, and martyrdoms all find a place, with other subjects, topically arranged for easy comparison of like with like. Among Wire's more interesting contributions is the suggestion (which I think she demonstrates effectively) that many early stories about Jesus fit most naturally in a Jewish setting into the mold of Martyred Prophet / Teacher, NOT that of Failed Messiah.
Readers unacquainted with the Jewish story-telling traditions investigated by Wire may want to compare some equally (or more) wide-ranging collections, without her analytic interventions in the presentation. Unfortunately, most such anthologies are excessively popularized to be of much use for scholarly purposes, or are very scholarly, and assume a great deal of background on the reader's part.
A good approximation of an introductory collection would be the late Raphael Patai's massive "Gates to the Old City: A Book of Jewish Legends," which is unfortunately out of print (again). It is usually available used (note that, in my experience, the original Avon paperback edition was so overstuffed that it tended to fall apart on purchase). Unhappily, as the editor-translator, Patai decided to leave out most of the Biblical "proof-texts" offered in the originals, and so tends to avoid those stories which depend on Hebrew word-play. Patai's companion volume, "The Messiah Texts" is probably available (if you are willing to wait), and would also be worth consulting. Howard Schwartz is best known for retellings, but his "Reimagining the Bible: The Storytelling of the Rabbis" is a first-rate collection of essays, with useful bibliographic notes, and much of it is accessible to a beginner, unlike Michael Fishbane's several admirable volumes on Rabbinic readings of the Bible. Among more narrow collections, Reuven Hammer's "The Classic Midrash: Tannaitic Commentaries on the Bible," in the Paulist Press's Classics of Western Spirituality series, is an invaluable introduction, with extended sections allowing the reader to see how passages fit into their extant literary context -- the one area where Wire leaves readers to fend for themselves.
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This digital document is an article from The Journal of the American Oriental Society, published by Thomson Gale on July 1, 2004. The length of the article is 1559 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.
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Title: Holy Lives, Holy Deaths: A Close Hearing of Early Jewish Storytellers.(The Pluralistic Halakha: Legal Innovations in the Late Second Commonwealth and Rabbinic Periods, vol. 22)(Book Review)
Author: Yaron Z. Eliav
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Volume: 124
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